#844B21

#844B21

Color Values

HEX

#844B21

RGB

132, 75, 33

HSL

25.5, 60.0%, 32.4%

HSV

25.5, 75.0%, 51.8%

CMYK

0.0%, 43.2%, 75.0%, 48.2%

OKLCH

0.4725 0.0952 54.2

Properties

Color Psychology

Dark browns like chocolate and espresso project richness, indulgence, and masculine elegance. They carry the warmth of wood-paneled studies and aged leather, evoking comfort and established tradition. These deep tones suggest solidity, dependability, and mature sophistication.

Design Usage

Dark brown excels as a text color alternative to pure black, providing warmth and reducing visual harshness. It suits coffee roasters, chocolate brands, and heritage accessories with a tradition focus. Pair it with cream, gold, or burnt orange for a luxurious, warm-toned design system.

Color Harmonies

Color Blindness Simulation

CSS Usage

background-color: #844B21;
color: #844B21;
border-color: #844B21;
Nearest Tailwind: Yellow 900 #713F12

Tailwind Shades

Contrast Checker

Text on white

6.98:1

AA Pass AAA Fail

Text on black

3.01:1

AA Fail AAA Fail

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the RGB, HSL, and CMYK values of #844B21?

RGB(132, 75, 33) · HSL(25.5, 60.0%, 32.4%) · CMYK(0.0%, 43.2%, 75.0%, 48.2%)

Does #844B21 meet WCAG contrast on white?

6.98:1 — WCAG AA Pass, AAA Fail for normal text.

What text color is readable on #844B21?

Use FFFFFF text on a #844B21 background; contrast on black is 3.01:1.